Chef / Cook

MORAN AUSTRALIA (RESIDENTIAL AGED CARE) PTY LIMITE; Sydney; On-site; AUD 35,000 - 49,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff recognition

Training and development

Annual leave loading

Job summary

Moran Australia (Residential Aged Care) Engadine NSW is seeking a motivated Cook to join our caring team. You will prepare home-cooked meals, follow MHCG menus, and support residents with dietary needs in a warm, home-like environment.

You will report to the Chef Manager, work a part-time schedule, and contribute to high standards of food service while fostering resident wellbeing and comfort.

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial catering or other food service.
• TAFE approved Commercial Cookery Course or equivalent.
• Certificate in Food Handling and Hygiene.
• Familiarity with state Food Handling Regulations/HACCP.
• Organisational and management ability.
• Good communications skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Current Police Check and Valid.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Chef Manager and provide great food and dining experiences.
• Support day-to-day delivery of food services at Moran Engadine home.
• All aspects of food preparation and cooking, using MHCG recipes and menus.
• Liaise with Chef Manager for residents requiring preparation of special diets.
• Confident preparing a selection of varied food choices.
• Ensure dietary and nutritional needs of the residents are met.
• Ordering of stock, budget control and minimisation of food wastage as required.
• Active participation in the Food Safety Program.
• Maintenance of the highest standards of food services in our home.
• Responsible for the ordering, storage and labelling of food as required by the Chef Manager.
• Prepare and present food within set time frames.

Skills

Commercial catering

Food safety

Team player

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

TAFE Commercial Cookery Course

Food Handling & Hygiene Certificate

Tools

HACCP familiarity

State Food Handling Regulations

Job description

MORAN AUSTRALIA (RESIDENTIAL AGED CARE) PTY LIMITE – Engadine NSW

Job Type: Permanent position | Part time position

Job Description

About the opportunity We are currently seeking a motivated and dedicated Cook to join our wonderful team at our Moran Engadine home, set in one of the prime residential areas in Sydney's Sutherland Shire. Above award rates - $30.42 base rate per hour!

Permanent Part Time Shift Schedule: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday - 9:30AM to 17:30PM

In this role, you will be genuinely dedicated to creating a welcoming, and warm environment by preparing a range of delicious and nourishing home-cooked meals. Your care and reliability will help ensure everyone considers it a place where they are truly at home. You will receive ongoing guidance and mentoring to help you succeed in your role. You’ll work with a dedicated team, making a positive impact on our residents’ daily lives.

Moran offers a rewarding environment with modern facilities and opportunities for skill development. If you are passionate about the importance of healthy meals that have a positive impact on a person’s health and well-being, this role is for you! We are seeking candidates with availability to work across weekdays and weekends.

Key Duties

• Report to the Chef Manager and provide great food and dining experiences.
• Support day-to-day delivery of food services at Moran Engadine home.
• All aspects of food preparation and cooking, using MHCG recipes and menus.
• Liaise with Chef Manger for residents requiring preparation of special diets.
• Confident preparing a selection of varied food choices.
• Ensure dietary and nutritional needs of the residents are met.
• Ordering of stock, budget control and minimisation of food wastage as required.
• Active participation in the Food Safety Program.
• Maintenance of the highest standards of food services in our home.
• Responsible for the ordering, storage and labelling of food as required by the Chef Manger.
• Prepare and present food within set time frames.

Skills / Requirements

• Experience in commercial catering or other food service.
• TAFE approved Commercial Cookery Course or equivalent.
• Certificate in Food Handling and Hygiene.
• Familiarity with state Food Handling Regulations/HACCP.
• Organisational and management ability.
• Good communications skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Current Police Check and Valid.

Working Rights

As a MHCG employee, benefits you'll be able to take advantage of:

• Staff recognition.
• Training and development.
• Allowances Annual leave loading.
• Staff wellbeing programs.
• Innovative models of home/community care.
• Flexible rostering.

About us

Moran Health Care Group has been caring for ageing Australians for over 70 years. Our goal is to enable people in our care to enjoy each day to the best of their ability.

To learn more about our company and values, please visit https://morangroup.com.au/.

EEO Statement

Differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of cohesion and unity.

We welcome people with diverse skills, experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds and encourage applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples, and applicants who may identify as LGBTIQ, with disability, a culturally and linguistically diverse background, and people of all ages.

Moran Aged Care has COVID-19 Vaccination Policy that requires all new hires to show proof of being fully vaccinated from COVID-19.

Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.